This section highlights additional University resources that you may find helpful. Other pages on this site contain information on initiatives, projects, news, and events in which the center is involved throughout the greater Pittsburgh region.
Commercialize your technology innovations.
The Industrial Research Office is your connection to Penn State research. Staff members have both an engineering background and industry experience. The staff understand your problems, speak the language of industry, and can help you find the right solutions.
Access technical assistance.
The Pennsylvania Technical Assistance Program (PennTAP) is a free service that helps Pennsylvania companies improve their competitiveness by providing technological assistance and information to help resolve specific technical questions or needs.
Arrange on-site customized training.
Penn State Management Development staff members can work with you to create customized training that can enhance the performance of your team. Programs can be delivered at one of our locations or yours.
Find flexible degree programs.
We offer degree options in flexible formats to fit busy adult schedules. You choose when to take courses — throughout the day, evening, weekend, online, or a combination.
Campuses in the Pittsburgh Region
No matter where you live or work in the region, you have ready access to a Penn State campus. You can take courses at any of these Penn State locations: Beaver, Fayette, Greater Allegheny, New Kensington, and Shenango.
Online Education
You can choose from more than 60 online degree and certificate programs through Penn State’s World Campus.
Tap into community education and resources.
We help individuals, families, businesses, and communities with information and a broad range of informal educational programs offered through your local Cooperative Extension office.